Avis B Simless

Avis B. Simless, born on March 24, 1929, in Vermontville, Michigan, peacefully departed this life on July 26, 2025, at the Trillium Woods Faith Hospice  in Byron Center, Michigan, surrounded by her loving family. She lived a life that touched many, embodying kindness, strength, and unwavering faith. 

As a cherished member of the Otsego United Methodist Church, Avis found a deep sense of community and belonging. Her devotion to her church and its members reflected her nurturing spirit and her love for the Lord. This connection not only enriched her life but also the lives of those who had the privilege of knowing her.

Avis was the beloved wife of Leo. They were married in Hastings, MI. on April 6, 1951, and spent a wonderful 53 years together until his death in 2005. Their love story remains a beacon of inspiration for her family and friends, illustrating the beauty of a shared life filled with joy, challenges, and unwavering support for each other. Avis enjoyed to travel, spending her winters in Florida, loved making cookies, playing cards, and was an amazing seamstress.

She leaves behind a legacy of love through her daughters: Teresa LeBlanc, Donna (Martin) Bolinger, and Elizabeth (Robert) Misak. Each of her daughters carries a piece of her heart, enriched by her wisdom and grace. Avis also takes with her the cherished memories of her ten grandchildren, Kimberlee Culverhouse (Eric Schwarze), Erin Kate Culverhouse, Justin (Elizabeth) Bolinger, Joshua (Erin) Culverhouse, Rebecca (David) Patterson, Victoria LeBlanc, Alexander LeBlanc, Mitchell LeBlanc, Shawn (Katie) Misak, Kaylee (Tyler) Hufford, and 12 great-grandchildren, each of whom she adored.

Besides her husband, she is also preceded in death by her parents, and daughter Constance Culverhouse, son in law Bryce Culverhouse, and 8 brothers and 3 sisters.

A visitation will be held on Wednesday July 30, 2025, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Winkel Funeral Home in Otsego, Michigan, continuing on Thursday at 10:00 at the Otsego United Methodist Church, until the time of service at 11:00 a.m. This time will offer friends and family a chance to reminisce and share their own cherished moments with Avis. A private burial will be held in North Shore Memorial Gardens in Coloma, MI.

As we remember Avis, let us honor her spirit as it soars in peace, knowing she is reunited with Leo and is now free from the earthly struggles. She will forever be remembered in our hearts as a loving mother, an adoring grandmother, and a devoted friend whose legacy will continue through the lives she touched.

Memorial contributions in her memory may be directed to Otsego United Methodist Church, or Western Michigan Cancer Center.